“How can we raise global consciousness of nuclear war? That is our mission as citizens of Hiroshima.”
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Japan Times – Article “Is time running out to preserve Japan’s A-bomb legacy?”
“Suddenly we found that the world was competing to create more powerful nuclear weapons,” says Ogura. “So despite our fear of radiation aftereffects, despite discrimination — we spoke out.”
Translation“Motomachi HS A-bomb Drawing Project”
“When the A-bomb erupted above Hiroshima, people jumped into the river to escape the fires. One after another, they plunged in at full tilt. Soon the river flowed with swollen bodies, their skin and clothes tattered.”
Deep Kure – Article “Legends of the Deep: Interview with a Yamato Crewman”
“The Yamato was around the same length as the RMS Titanic, only wider, heavier, faster, and packed with cannon shells instead of chandeliers.”
Rurubu Omotenashi Travel Guide Hiroshima, Miyajima, and Orizuru Tower
“The survivors who rebuilt Hiroshima after the atomic bombing envisioned their new city arising as a center of peace and culture. That vision shaped the city we see today.”
Japan Times – Article “Keeping the Lesson of Hiroshima Alive Through One Family’s Story”
“I must have looked crazy,” laughs Amano, “driving a cab through downtown Tokyo and shouting, ‘Papa!!!’ with tears in my eyes.”